Inflation
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News"Maldivian people have never been as poor as they are now"
Former Finance Minister Ibrahim Ameer claims Maldivians are facing unprecedented poverty, with citizens becoming 30-40% poorer under the current government. He highlighted skyrocketing costs for essential goods and the bankruptcy of local businesses. Despite public outcry over inflation, the government has faced criticism for its response.
BusinessPrices surge by 6 percent for essential food items
Essential food and commodity prices in the Maldives rose by 6.07% year-on-year this July, driven largely by a 14.54% spike in fuel and gas costs. While annual inflation remains high, monthly data showed a slight 1.27% dip due to falling vegetable prices. The opposition MDP plans to protest the rising cost of living on August 13.
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